Black Bean, Avocado & Chick Pea Salad

Prep Time: 10 minutes              Cook Time: 18 Minutes                  Serves: 4



1 19 fl oz can black beans drained & rinsed
1 13 fl oz can chick peas drained & rinsed
1 cup cooked brown rice
1 handful cilantro chopped
Juice of 1 lime
2 avocados peeled, pitted and chopped
1/2 red pepper chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded, diced finely
3 garlic cloves minced

1. Cook rice as directed on package, boiling method and rinsing is preferred, the rice will move more freely in this dish
2. Place all ingredients in a medium-large bowl and toss together— let sit for a few minutes before serving to allow all ingredients to blend.

• You can make this dish without the rice and have pure protein, we personally like the grain in our dish to feel like we are having a more balanced meal.
  
• Whole grain pasta is a nice alternative also.

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